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27/05/2025

Chloe D46808
Heeler/Aussie mix
7 months old
Medium (will be around 35 pounds when she gains more weight)
Female

Chloe’s journey hasn’t been an easy one. When she arrived at the shelter, she was emaciated, scared, and clearly had been through more than any dog should. But with time, patience, and lots of TLC, this timid girl has begun to bloom—and it’s been nothing short of beautiful to see.
Now, Chloe is showing us just how much love she has to give. She’s incredibly social, sweet-natured, and craves gentle affection from people she trusts. While she can still be a little shy in new situations, her docked tail wags a little faster every day, and her eyes shine a little brighter.
Chloe is ready for the next chapter—a forever home that will give her the stability, love, and comfort she’s never truly known. She deserves to know what it means to be safe, cherished, and part of a family.
If you have a soft spot for second chances and a heart big enough for a girl like Chloe, she’s ready to meet you. Give her the home she’s always dreamed of—you’ll be amazed at the love she’ll give in return.

27/05/2025

"THIS IS A CRISIS': Experts warn staffing cuts may jeopardize your summer travel plans to national parks.

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10/05/2025
19/06/2024

With temperatures continuing to spike well into the weekend, it’s important to remember that our dogs are even more vulnerable to high temperatures, but how hot is too hot? 🥵

19/06/2024

FIREWORKS - PREPARE NOW - This article, on the AKC website (https://www.akc.org/.../how-to-keep-your-dog-calm-during.../) is pretty good, but I have a few recommendations.

Instead of CBD oil, I recommend, and have for many years, either Composure or Pet Naturals Calming Chews, made in Vermont.
These two products contain 1) the amino acid, L-theanine, which is a precursor to serotonin, a calming chemical, specifically, a neurotransmitter, which helps reduce anxiety; 2) colostrum; and 3) thiamine, aka Vitamin B1.

Please note: do not give your dog these chews if your dog is already on a medication, such as an SSRI, e.g., fluoxetine, which increases serotonin levels since the chews could increase serotonin levels to a dangerous level. Consult with your veterinarian before giving your dog any supplement, like these calming chews, especially if your dog is already on medication for anxiety.

Several years back, the FDA approved a drug called Sileo (https://www.zoetisus.com/products/petcare/sileo/...), specifically for noise aversion in dogs. There were reports of accidental overdosing due to the design of the syringe, and the manufacturer has now redesigned the syringe, so hopefully that hazard has been eliminated. (https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/cvm-updates/update-fda-animal-drug-safety-communication-fda-provides-update-new-dosing-syringe-and-training)

Pressure wraps are another useful aid for reducing anxiety. The Original Anxiety Wrap (the only patented anxiety wrap) is no longer available in its original pattern and fabric. If you are purchasing a substitute to aid in anxiety reduction, you must look for a snug garment that covers the chest, shoulders, and rear end. Dogs hold tension in their rear ends like people hold it in their necks.

To avoid the pressure wrap becoming a predictor of an anxiety-producting event, place it on your dog when your dog is NOT under any stress before you start using it for anxiety reduction, and periodically put it on your dog thereafter when your dog is not stressed.

You should put the pressure wrap garment on your dog 30 or so minutes prior to the anxiety-producing event, and take it off 30 or so minutes after the event ends.

Generally, you should avoid talking to or touching your dog after you put on a pressure wrap. This stimulation usually increases cortisol levels.

However, your dog is an individual, and may benefit from a calm, soothing voice and very gentle touch. I had a client once whose dog could only be touched when the Original Anxiety Wrap was on, but this is not the standard use and procedure for using a pressure wrap.

As a rule of thumb, avoid touching or talking to your dog after you place a pressure wrap on your dog, but if your dog comes to you to seek reassurance after putting the wrap on, and touches you, you may very gently reciprocate and speak very quietly and calmly to your dog. Let your dog initiate the contact, though when using a pressure wrap.

These are the designs I have found recently on Amazon that look like they would be effective for anxiety reduction:

Kuoser Recovery Suit: https://www.amazon.com/Kuoser-Recovery.../dp/B08NCB3FXT (designed very similar to the Original Anxiety Wrap - but your dog will have to tolerate having a shirt put on over his head and legs put into leg holes in the front)
Pup Shield Surgical Recovery Suit: https://www.amazon.com/PupShield-Surgery.../dp/B0CRPQB8GN

SurgiSnuggly: https://www.amazon.com/SurgiSnuggly.../dp/B015QNG428... (I have seen this one is use and the dog I saw it used on acted like he had received a sedative. I also used it on my own dog with a similarly calming effect.)

Suitical Recovery Suit for Dogs: https://www.amazon.com/Suitical-Recovery.../dp/B00W2EHJWE...

SawMong Dog Recovery Suit (This one button/snaps down the back, so can be stepped into):https://www.amazon.com/SAWMONG-Recovery.../dp/B085ZLRQM1...

One more thing - Through a Dog's Ear Music has been renamed, iCalmPet. I have found this music, which is clinically proven to be effective, works to exert a calming effect on my own dogs as well as dogs in groups.

Cindy Ludwig, M.A., R.N., KPA-CTP, CPDT-KA
Owner, Canine Connection LLC

18/06/2024

Where it all begins, right👍🐾😊😉🥰

17/06/2024

The heat this week is going to be brutal!
Be sure to keep yourself and your dog hydrated and cool.

Plan short early morning or late evening walks and avoid walking or any strenuous exercise during the warmest part of the day.

Dogs cannot sweat the way we do so can overheat quickly! Especially susceptible will be the “smoosh faced” dogs such as pugs and pekinese but of course ALL dogs can suffer heat stroke.

Signs of heat stroke include, but are not limited to: agitation, heavy panting, restlessness, noisy breathing, drooling, weakness and/or collapsing or seizure. If you think your dog has overheated, seek veterinary care immediately!

During the high temperatures this week, plan to provide plenty of indoor activities such as feeding meals from food dispensing toys, playing fetch down a hallway or short set of stairs, play hide and seek with smelly treats so your dog uses his nose to scavenge, and provide plenty of chew toys to keep him busy.

I love having my dogs with me but this week, consider leaving your dog at home rather than bringing him with you on errands - heat builds to dangerous levels inside cars in less than ten minutes - he would so much rather be curled up on his bed or crated at home.

Finally, when you do choose to walk your dog, remember that asphalt heats to dangerous and painful to paws levels. If it’s too hot for you to hold your hand to, it’s too hot for your dog to walk on.

Stay cool and stay safe!

13/06/2024

With temperatures climbing here in the Northern Hemisphere, it's crucial to know the signs of heat stroke in our dogs.🔥🐶⁠

Prevention is key! 🌊 Make sure your dog has access to shade, plenty of fresh water, and avoid excessive exercise on overly hot days.⁠

If you suspect heat stroke, act quickly! Move your dog to a cool area, offer water, and seek immediate veterinary care.⁠

Let's keep our dogs safe and ensure we all have have a cool and enjoyable summer! ☀️🐾

11/06/2024

We're getting into the hot part of the summer. So it's important to know what to do in an emergency.

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